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Need to figure out controlled hunts, find a place to clam, learn how to fish or get directions to a wildlife area? We've got information on all that and more, straight from ODFW biologists and other accomplished hunters, anglers and wildlife watchers.
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Hunter's Plan for big game success
Oregon offers spring and fall bear hunting seasons. Spring bear season requires a controlled hunt application, while fall bear is...
Education
How to hunt big game
Check for access and understand point reinstatement/refund policy
Dry conditions and the associated wildfire danger can have a large impact on your hunting opportunity. Check below for resources...
Tom Schnell, former board member with Kokanee Power of Oregon, shares tips on tech to use to increase your kokanee fishing success.
A growing number of people take to the woods in winter, looking for antlers that have been shed by Oregon’s deer...
fishing
Attend an ODFW family fishing event or DIY
Now is a great time to learn how to fish, with free fishing opportunities across the state. No licenses...
Sierra Nevada red fox
Education
Take a look at what's coming up this year!
ODFW connects people to Oregon's great outdoors by offering a multitude
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To maintain boating access and to protect Oregon's waters from invasive species, all boaters must have the required permit.
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Opportunity for kids
Mentored Youth Hunter Program allows youth 9 through 15 years of age to hunt without first passing an approved hunter safety...
Buying a license or permit
The free disabled veteran combination license, and permit for disabled hunters and anglers make it easier for everyone to participate.
Buying a license or permit
All Oregon-licensed anglers fishing for salmon, steelhead or sturgeon (catch-and-release and retention) on all rivers and tributaries in the Columbia...
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Where to fish
Where to fish
These updated rules were adopted after the current regulation booklet was printed, and supersede those printed regulations. Always check for...
how to hunt
Pronghorn antelope are the fastest ungulates in North America and can reach speeds of up to 40 miles an hour...
Let us share your photos with other anglers, hunters and wildlife appreciators. When you submit your photos to ODFW, they...
Pioneer and other licenses are available for senior hunters and anglers at a reduced cost.